Technique 7.25 Change Fatigue Prevention Checklist
Introduction
Answer the questions below by circling ‘Yes’ or ‘No’ and if unsure circle both, ie ‘Yes/No’.
You are encouraged to provide comments on your answer
1. Assess & Plan
- Has the total change load on this team or organisation being mapped? (Yes/No)
Comments: ______________________________________________
- Has the lower-priority work been removed or paused? (Yes/No)
Comments: ______________________________________________
- Is the change sequenced with realistic timelines? (Yes/No)
Comments: ______________________________________________
2.Communicate
- Has the “why” been clearly explained in plain language? (Yes/No)
Comments: ______________________________________________
- Are updates frequent, honest and predictable? (Yes/No)
Comments: ______________________________________________
- Have quick wins been highlighted? (Yes/No)
- Comments: ______________________________________________
3.Support
- Have adequate training and resources being provided? (Yes/No)
Comments: ______________________________________________
- Do staff have time allocated for change activities? (Yes/No)
Comments: ______________________________________________
- Has the emotional workload been acknowledged? (Yes/No)
Comments: ______________________________________________
4. Engage
- Have staff been involved in shaping the change? (Yes/No)
Comments: ______________________________________________
- Are there opportunities for feedback loops? (Yes/No)
Comments: ______________________________________________
5.Wellbeing
- Are recovery periods built into the plan? (Yes/No)
Comments: ______________________________________________
- Are leaders modelling healthy boundaries? (Yes/No)
Comments: ______________________________________________
- Are progress and effort being recognised? (Yes/No)
Comments: ______________________________________________
(main source: Ruben Dool, et al, 2022)